X-DANCE ACTION SPORTS FILM FESTIVAL

CONGRATULATIONS to all of the films and filmmakers that won Awards at the 2007 Lat34 X-Dance Action Sports Film Festival! Please see our blog above for a complete list of winners and nominees...Following is the Official Selection of Films from the 2007 LAT34 X-Dance Action Sports Film Festival1st & Hope Directed by Brian Lotti and The Malloys A film by ElwoodThis film presents a unique view of skateboarding through the lens of the Malloy Brothers as they capture Kenny Anderson and the film..s director, Brian Lotti, rolling through downtown Los Angeles. Joined by some of the most influential skateboarders of yesterday and today, 1st & Hope tells a story which reveals the spontaneity and artistic flow of skateboarding.6IX Directed by Taylor Congdon A film by TransWorld Media and THE ASSIGNMENTEver wonder what the lives of the top motocross stars are really like behind the scenes?, TransWorld Motocross shadows six of the sport's biggest players in their day-to-day lives. Go flying in Kevin Windham's private jet, vacationing with Mike Mason and his buddies at a never-before-ridden freeride spot, head to Spain with Nate Adams for a FMX contest, and spend a week with 2006 MX Lites Champion Ryan Villopoto. Anomaly Directed by Todd Jones, Dirk Collins, Steve Jones, Corey Gavitt A film by Teton Gravity Research Teton Gravity Research..s 16mm and HD ski and snowboard film showcases the freakish and abnormal abilities of today..s top athletes as they push the boundary of what is humanly possible. The anomaly unfolds as Jeremy Jones continues to touch the void in Alaska, Erik Roner completes his disturbing two-year vision, Jamie Pierre survives a world record 25-story free fall, legends Seth Morrison and Jeremy Nobis trade lines on a boat trip in Canada, and Candide takes his unique style to AK. Cape Of Storms Directed by Justin McMillan and Chris Nelius Produced by Mark Warren, Bruce Raymond and Quiksilver International: Cape of Storms tells the extraordinary story of an attempt by the Quiksilver Tow Team, led by big-wave legend Ross Clarke-Jones, to monitor and surf an uncharted wave off the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa. It follows Ross, along with Tom Carroll, Peter Mel, Gary ..Kong.. Elkerton and local Jason Ribbink, as they battle Great White sharks, a treacherous freezing ocean, and the fickle weather patterns of the Roaring Forties.Chasing The Lotus Directed by Gregory Schell A film by Chris Bell and Schell Bell Productions For forty years, underground filmmakers Greg Weaver and Spyder Wills documented surf discovery as it migrated around the globe, shooting timeless images for such films as The Forgotten Island of Santosha, Big Wednesday, Pacific Vibrations, and Uluwatu. A cinematic journey inspired by many of the reels that were lost in the making of these films, Chasing the Lotus is an in-depth look at surfing discovery. This fusion of rare super 8mm film, photo stills and contemporary interviews is narrated by Jeff Bridges. City. Park City. Directed by Jim Mangan and Whitey McConnaughy City. Park City. showcases Park City Mountain Resort, the best snowboard athletes in the world, and town of Park City. The opening scene features Shaun White in an action packed and hilarious James Bond Parody. It's the first all resort 16mm film. Disposable Hero The Brian Deegan Story Directed by Dave Dawes Produced by Brian Deegan, Troy Adanitis, Sal Masekela, Jason Bergh and Berkela Films Freestyle motocross icon Brian Deegan has been through the ringer .. and the winner..s circle .. time and again, experiencing everything from X Games fame to a busted spleen, all in the course of a season. Now, hear from the Metal Mulisha leader, himself, in Disposable Hero, the new film documenting the literal ups and downs of Deegan..s life as an inspiring athlete and action sport idol. Escramble Directed by R.T. Thomas and Billy Anderson Produced by Richard Woolcott, Troy Ecket and Veeco Productions In a time beyond and close to now... They pushed them, pulled them, reformed them, then opened their vision to both past and future as they were carried into the deepest part of the void/not void: the plane of windows and mirrors. This is Escramble. Featuring riders like Bjorn Leines, Terje Haakonsen, Mark Landvik, Wille Yli-Louma, and Shaun. White. Fatima's Hand Directed by Jens Hoffmann Produced by Cleonice Comino and F24 Films Karina Hollekim, a Norwegian BASE jumper, embarks on what promises to be a journey of adventure. Her .. To BASE-jump off Fatima's Hand, a mountain shrouded in myth and legend, situated in a remote area of Mali, West Africa. The project does not work out as planned and it turns into a risky adventure, facing poverty, fetish myths, and fatal danger. For Right or Wrong Directed by Matt Goodman Produced Bryan Johnson, David Salzburg, Carl Harris, Martin Trejo and Burton For Right or Wrong follows five stories throughout the 2005-2006 winter season. Go behind the scenes at the Winter Olympics with Shaun White, Kelly Clark and Keir Dillon. Tag along with Jake Burton, Dave Downing, Terje Haakonsen and DCP as they venture into uncharted Russia in search of new terrain. Watch the legend Jeremy Jones as he unleashes an assault of epic proportions throughout urban landscapes in route to his ultimate dream park. I Am: Danny Way Directed by Jason Bergh of Berkla Films and Greg Hunt Produced by Darryl Franklin and Garage Industries "I Am: Danny Way" is an in-depth interview film with legend skateboarder Danny Way. From his earliest days as a small child through to his jump over the Great Wall of China, the intimate portrait is told mostly in the words of Danny Way himself. I Am: gets you up close and personal with one of action sports' greats. In Transit Directed by Carlo Wein, Bryant Bell, Colin Jones A film by Alterna Films Wax your board, pack your bag, grab your passport and don..t miss your flight! Alterna Films express delivers In Transit, a snowboard film revealing that the journey to our destination is half the fun. This truly progressive freestyle film journeys to Poland, Romania, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, California and regions throughout Canada. Klunkerz Directed By Billy Savage A film by Pumelo Pictures In the late 1960's and early 1970's, a group of hippie/athletes from the San Francisco Bay Area took their cycling adventures off-road and turned a hundred year-old industry upside down. Their bikes, scavenged from dumpsters and junkyards, were affectionatley known as Klunkerz. It was from these humble beginnings that a multi-billion dollar industry, a new form of recreation for the masses, and an Olympic sport were born. Let It Ride Directed by Jacques Russo Produced by Marc Grenier, Jacques Russo and Locomotion Films 2006 Veteran Filmmaker Jacques Russo brings you his biggest work to date, LET IT RIDE. The feature-length documentary spans over 25 years and follows snowboarding biggest icon and World Champion Craig Kelly from his early rides as a Mt. Baker Hardcore all the way to his final days and the events that lead him to his death with six others in an avalanche in January 2003 while studying to become the first accredited mountain guide on a snowboard. Letting Go Directed by George Opadchy and Jamie Tierney Produced by Bruce Raymond and Quiksilver/Pavilion Productions Experience the most triumphant year of Kelly Slater..s career. Join him in the epic waves of the WCT ..dream tour..-Australia, South Pacific, Africa, North and South America, Asia and Europe-on his quest for his long awaited 7th title. Go behind the scenes with the world..s best surfers to get a glimpse of all of the triumphs, rivalries, and controversies that unfolded during one of most intense years in competitive surfing.Lock ..N Load Directed by Gregg Godfrey and Travis Pastrana Produced by Godfrey Entertainment and Studio411 This latest film from Travis Pastrana and the Nitro Circus Crew follows the best motocross riders as they crash their way across the world. Random chaos is the flavor and a straight dose of ADHD players is the source. It..s our beloved Travis just being Travis. Anyone who is involved with this movie is freakin.. nuts! You in? Caution: Idiots ahead. Don..t get too close or you might lose a finger. One Winter Story Directed and Produced by Sally Lundburg, Elizabeth Pepin and Frank Films One Winter Story is an unprecedented glimpse into the male-dominated world of big-wave surfing from an unusual and seldom seen perspective: a woman..s. This hour-long film explores the life of big-wave surf pioneer and PhD. scientist, Sarah Gerhardt, a relative unknown who made surfing history in 1999 as the first woman to surf Maverick..s, the giant wave in Northern California. A dramatic journey from poverty and despair to faith and forgiveness, Sarah struggles to find her place both in the line up and in the world.Pray for Me: The Jason Jessee Film Directed by Steve Nemsick and David Rogerson Pray For Me, The Jason Jessee Film, is a documentary stunt ride with legendary former skateboard pro, custom chopper builder, and full-time low-rider Jason Jessee. The pace is frenetic and tells Jason's story in the same manner he lives it. During the production, these first-time filmmakers endured death threats, drug transportation, customs, the FBI, loaded weapons, international travel, and debt. Progression: Kranked 6 Directed and Produced by Bjorn Enga and Radical Films The much-anticipated addition to the very successful Kranked series, PROGRESSION - Kranked 6 gives the world..s best mountain bikers a challenge: To create the most stunning and progressive mountain bike line and ride it. Imagine some of the top riders like Steve Peat, Nathan Rennie, Kirt Voreis, Jamie Goldman, Ryan Leech and Mike Kinrade, Steve Romaniuk, and Ben Boyko unleashed with no boundaries .... It is about finding the ultimate trail - and pushing the boundaries to ride it. Push Directed by Steve Winter, Murray Wais and Scott Gaffney A film by Matchstick Productions Athletes are pushing the limits of the sport of skiing to new heights everyday, Push takes you around the world with the likes of Simon Dumont, Shane McConkey, Mark Abma, Rory Bushfield, and many others to such locations as Japan, China, Norway, Terrace B.C., Aspen CO, and Whistler B.C. Freeskier magazine gives this movie 5 stars and "Movie of the Year".Respect Directed and Produced by Jason Winkler, Sasha Motivala, Matt Sheridan and WINK Inc. Skiers from around the world have one thing in common.....RESPECT. Respect for different cultures, lifestyles and their environment. Their proving ground is unpredictable and can change from a pristine Mountain face to a death trap in an instant. This instability keeps them from pushing the envelope on the path they have chosen which is both addicting and dangerous. Spend time inside the heads of these athletes as they chase the moment being mindful to always show RESPECT. Roam Directed and Produced by Jamie Houssian and The Collective Roam is a mountain bike film that follows the travels of the world's top riders as they explore new places to ride and visit some of the notorious meccas of mountain biking. Secret Machine Directed by Joe G A film by Globe THE NEW GLOBE SURF FILM is an exploration of the inner most thoughts of the best surfers in the world. The most quirky and private dreamscapes of CJ and DAMIEN HOBGOOD, TAJ BURROW, NATHAN WEBSTER, OCCY, YADIN NICOL and the rest of the Globe surf team are divulged, exposing a surreal world of magic, mystery and science... Sentenced To Life Directed by Brian Purdy A film by S9F Productions and Studio411 This film features six BMX riders as they travel through the U.S., Canada and Australia documenting their unique and individual styles proving that being ..Sentenced to Life.. in BMX is truly a gift. Shimmer Directed by Jason Muir and Lowen Taylor Produced by Randy Hild, Bruce Raymond, Blake Copland and Mark Warren and Roxy When the global girls of ROXY collide with the world..s best waves, they create a shimmer all their own. Join Roxy superstars Megan Abubo, Chelsea Georgeson, and Sofia Mulanovich as they create sparks in Indonesia, Fiji, Australia, and Hawaii. Also see rising stars Caroline Sarran, Veronica Kay, Rosie Hodge, and Carly Smith blaze trails at home and abroad. Watch longboarding..s leading ladies Kassia Meador, Kula Barbieto, and Crystal Dzigas charge glassy peaks from Waikiki to the Mentawais, their every ride infused with power, beauty and grace. Show & Prove Directed by Constantine Papanicolaou Produced by Tanner Hall, CR Johnson and Constantine Papanicolaou Show and Prove chronicles the lives of professional skiers Tanner Hall and CR Johnson as they each struggle to overcome the greatest challenges of their lives. Follow Tanner across North America and Europe has he pushes himself and the boundaries of the sport. Witness CR recover from a life-threatening head injury and make a comeback that is nothing short of miraculous Show and Prove is the true story of friendship and the progression of the sport through heart, commitment and the most cutting-edge skiing to date. Sipping Jetstreams Directed by Taylor Steele A film by Poor Specimen and Studio411 Surfing..s premiere film producer, Taylor Steele, has teamed with famed TW surf photographer, Dustin Humphrey, to bring you Sipping Jetstreams. This romantic surf novel journeys uncharted routes from Egypt to Greece, Italy to the Caribbean, Cuba to Japan all the while capturing the happenings and personalities of today..s most sought after surfers in a never seen before platform. Slednecks 9 Directed and Produced by Jason Moriarty A film by Bombora Pictures Every now and then a film comes along that changes the way we view a sport and possibly ourselves. The new film, Slednecks 9 by Jason Moriarty, does just that. Witness incredible athletes as they face their fears to perform ridiculous stunts including a 2000 foot base jump, a world record snowmobile jump, tearing up Moscow's Red Square, and much more. This film will inspire you to push your own limits... Stuntwood: The Birth, Life and Death of a Skateboard Directed by Jeff Roe A film by Bluebush Productions & Fishegg Films A fast-paced documentary, Stuntwood takes a comprehensive look at skateboarding through the journey of the skateboard itself. From the maple forests of the Great Lakes Region to the urban streets where skateboards thrive, Stuntwood follows the wood through factories and the processes of becoming a skateboard and delves into how the board profoundly affects people, art, and public spaces. This unique documentary celebrates the wood and the culture that surrounds it. Tai Fu Directed and Produced by Chris Nelius and Justin McMillan A film by Eurocam Australia for Redbull AustraliaAussie maverick, Ross Clarke-Jones, has surfed the biggest waves in the world. In Tai Fu, he..s joined by legendary surfer Tom Carrol, and they attempt to harness and surf the energy of a Typhoon swell in Japan, the biggest recorded typhoon ever generated in the Central Pacific. Conquering waves of this magnitude, ones that had never been surfed before, posed unique problems and challenges, but also delivered great rides and footage! The Doctor, The Tornado and The Kentucky Kid Directed by Mark Neale Produced by Elizabeth Stanley Narrated by Ewan McGregor, THE DOCTOR, THE TORNADO AND THE KENTUCKY KID tells the story of the biggest motorcycle race in American history, the 2005 Red Bull US Grand Prix at Laguna Seca, California. Watch 'Kentucky Kid' Nicky Hayden defy his critics, and after two seasons of struggles and setbacks, take his maiden grand prix victory under the greatest imaginable pressure, at the first such event to be held on his home ground since 1994. The Truth Directed by Justin Stephens Produced by Don Wallace, Susan Biggins, Tony Finn, Jimmy Redmon and Liquid Force Films Welcome to the latest film project brewed up inside of the Liquid Force Films studios. The Truth takes an in-depth look into the talents of one of the most progressive wakeboard and wakeskate teams in the industry with some of the most cutting-edge riding and camera work to date. The Truth hopes to bring you closer than ever to the sport that we live and will love for many seasons to come...The 2007 LAT34 X-Dance Action Sports Film Festival is also featuring 6 short filmsFresh Kicks - Skateboard Directed by Bryant Bell - Produced by Aspect FilmsHDHR06 - Snowboard Directed by Jeff Heit - Produced by Jeff Heit Kids who Rip .. Multi-Sport Directed by Rod Parmenter - Produced by Rod ParmenterSurfAid: A Mission to Save Lives - Surf Directed by Carly Starr Brullo Niles and Sonny Miller - Produced by Lou Niles for SurfAid International, Love Machine Films, Sonny Miller, and Anthony Marcotti There's No Replacement for the Competitive Spirit .. Multi Sport Directed by Beth Geno - Produced by Beth Geno, Eric Robinson, Stephanie Wallace, and Todd Salley Los Angeles Afternoon - Kite Surf Directed by Mark Hannah - Produced by Mark Hannah, David Auerbach, Mathias Klozenbuecher